Propellers created during World War I were used to make the first wind turbines, which generated electricity rather than milling grain or pumping water.

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The concept of using wind for power is not new, and the adaptation of propeller designs from World War I for early wind turbines marked a significant evolution in harnessing wind energy, transitioning from mechanical applications like milling grain or pumping water to generating electricity.

Propellers Created During World War I Were Used to Make